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Sexual Health and Contraception

Last Updated: Tuesday, 28 January 2025

Get the Contraceptive Pill Without a Prescription
You can now get the contraceptive pill from some pharmacies without needing a prescription. After a private consultation, a pharmacist can provide the combined pill or progestogen-only pill. Use the NHS Service Finder to locate a pharmacy near you: Find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription - NHS

Contraception Options Available
Sefton Sexual Health Service offers many ways to help you prevent unplanned pregnancies and manage your reproductive health. They also provide Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC), which is over 99% effective and easy to use once fitted.

Here are the contraception options you can choose from:

  • Implant: A small rod under the skin that releases hormones.
  • IUD (Copper Coil): A T-shaped device that prevents fertilization.
  • IUS (Hormonal Coil): Similar to the IUD but releases hormones.
  • Injection: Hormones that prevent ovulation, given by injection.
  • Pill: Daily tablets (combined or progestogen-only).
  • Patch: A skin patch that releases hormones.
  • Vaginal Ring: A flexible ring that releases hormones.
  • Condoms (Male & Female): Barrier methods to prevent pregnancy.
  • Caps/Diaphragms: Barrier methods placed inside the vagina.
  • Fertility Awareness: Tracking your cycle to avoid fertile days.
  • Sterilisation: A permanent option to prevent pregnancy.

If you’re looking at options for HRT or need help managing heavy periods, the service also provides support with these methods.

How to Book:

  • South Sefton GP Patients: Call 0151 944 6503 for a triage appointment.
  • North Sefton GP Patients: Call 01704 395755 for a triage appointment.

Clinic Locations

Sefton Sexual Health Service operates clinics in several locations, including:

Netherton Health Centre

Important Notes

Some procedures, such as smear tests, implant or coil removals, and fittings, require appointments and cannot be done during walk-in clinics. Please contact the clinic or check the website in advance to confirm availability.

Learn More

For clinic times, locations, and further information, visit the Sefton Sexual Health Service's Clinic Times and Locations page.

Sefton Sexual Health Service is here to provide accessible, confidential, and comprehensive contraceptive care to meet your needs.